France's DGCCRF (Directorate General for Economy, Competitiveness, Consumption and Career Affairs) has issued a guideline on the testing of food contact materials, one of which involves silicone pacifiers.

Silicone nipples are an important component of many baby bottles and are popular for their softness, non-toxicity and resistance to high temperatures. However, in order to protect the health and safety of consumers, strict food contact testing is required.



According to the guidelines of the French DGCCRF, the testing of silicone pacifiers mainly includes the following aspects:

1. Physical parameter testing: Test whether the hardness, size and shape of the silicone nipple meet the standards. The correctness of these parameters directly affects the comfort and safety of the baby.

2. Chemical substance testing: Detect whether the silicone pacifier contains harmful substances that are harmful to health, such as heavy metals, plasticizers and solvent residues. These substances may be ingested by infants through food contact, potentially causing harm to their health.

3. Migration test: Test whether substances will migrate when the silicone nipple comes into contact with food. This includes whether chemicals released from silicone nipples will dissolve in food and whether the extent of dissolution complies with regulatory requirements.

4. Lifespan and durability test: Test the durability and lifespan of the silicone pacifier. These tests ensure that silicone pacifiers do not deform, crack, or undergo other suspicious physical changes over extended periods of use.

Through these tests, it can be ensured that silicone pacifiers will not have adverse effects on babies during use. Only after passing all food contact testing and complying with regulatory requirements can silicone pacifiers enter the market and be available for consumers to purchase and use.

As consumers, we can also judge whether silicone pacifiers meet safety standards by checking the relevant labels and certification information on the product. For example, we can look for CE certification marks that comply with relevant EU regulations and marks recognized by the French DGCCRF.

In short, the French DGCCRF’s food contact testing guidelines provide clear specifications and requirements for the production and sale of silicone pacifiers. By following these guidelines and conducting necessary testing and certification, the quality and safety of silicone pacifiers are ensured and the health of babies is protected.